Oklahoma Hospice Care Resources

In some cases, families have to make end-of-life care plans as a loved one ages, but the process can be distressing and stressful. But a family who makes these plans early will experience less anxiety over choosing care and will be able to spend more time with their loved one during the final part of their life.

Hospice is a kind of end-of-life approach that aims to keep terminally ill individuals comfortable and pain-free. Hospice does not focus on medical treatment, but rather on the wishes of the individual and on creating a peaceful and comfortable environment. A hospice team works with the individual's doctors and the individual to craft a care plan that works best. Hospice care is administered in a private home, a nursing home, or in a hospice facility.

Hospice Resources

Oklahoma Hospice & Palliative Care Association: An organization that provides resources for Oklahoma families looking for quality hospice care.

Faith Hospice: A multi-facility hospice care organization with locations across the state of Oklahoma.

Hospice of North Central Oklahoma: Hospice care serving the families of north central Oklahoma.

Care.com End of Life Care Guide: About Hospice Care: This care guide explains what hospice care is, who qualifies for this care, the cost and benefits of hospice care, and gives some important questions to guide your search for care.

HospiceNet: Resources for those who may be in need of hospice care. Includes information for caregivers, patients, children, and grief; a one stop resource guide to hospice care.

Cancer.org Hospice Information: Educational information regarding the search for hospice care and more. This is a step-by-step guide understanding, paying for, and finding suitable hospice care.

Hospice Foundation of America: Nation wide end-of-life care resources including descriptions of hospice care, end-of-life care information, and grief resources.

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Senior Care Counseling: If you're not sure about where to begin the process of searching for senior care for your family, Care.com offers specially trained individuals who will work one-on-one with you to determine the best care situation for you and your family. Call them at 877-922-7314.

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